noun🔗ShareA commissioned officer in an armed military organization, typically the highest rank before flag officer ranks (generals). It is generally found in armies, air forces or naval infantry (marines)."The colonel addressed the recruits, explaining the importance of discipline. "militarypositiongovernmentorganizationnationjobChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo act as or like a colonel."The young officer wanted to colonel the new recruits, giving them orders and direction. "militaryactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading